Only A Muggle Would Fail This Harry Potter Quiz
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone was released on November 14, 2001, and changed the world. The world of Wizards and Witches and the magic-less Muggles immediately won over the hearts of fans both old and young, and J.K. Rowling's expert storytelling created a rich and complex world. There's a character in Harry Potter that everyone can relate to, and the stories have stood the test of time. It's a story of good vs. evil, and about growing up.
Beyond just the characters there's a whole world in the Potter universe, complete with creatures that were important to the stories and that everyone agrees were fantastical and easy to fall in love with! Beyond the original seven books, the series has continued to expand, and dedicated Harry Potter fans are quick to keep up with the extended Potterverse. Are you a dedicated Harry Potter fan, aware of what House you've been sorted into, and able to keep up with both the back stories and the future of the characters? Take this exciting quiz to find out how much of the trivia you've memorized, and how much you need to brush up on!
Make sure that you're not a Muggle, and unaware of all of the wonderful rules of Witchcraft and Wizardry, but ready to attend Hogwarts if your owl ever shows up with your invitation! Get ready for the best Harry Potter quiz, and make sure that you're prepared for the sorting results. Are you a Witch or Wizard, or are you actually a Muggle?
How old was Harry when he first went to Hogwarts?
Harry's journey into the wizarding world starts with an important birthday, and it's one his family doesn't really want to celebrate. Despite this, he still gets an amazing present- an invitation to Hogwarts! How old was Harry Potter at this important birthday, and when he went to Hogwarts for the first time? This is the age of most wizards and witches when they go to Hogwarts, so even though Harry was new to the world, he was in good company he was immediately with friends.
What house is Harry sorted into?
Every student at Hogwarts needs to be in a House. This is very important! The House you're in makes a lot of difference on your experience at Hogwarts. There's four Houses: Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin. Each of these Houses has different attributes and things that they're known for, so people usually have a certain one that they want to be sorted into! Which House was Harry sorted into? The House you're put into is where you stay, so this is important!
Who is Harry's Godfather?
Harry's parents are tragically both killed before the first book, and this means that he has to live with his cousin and aunt and uncle. He has a godfather, though, who cares about him very much! Who is Harry Potter's godfather? He meets his godfather in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, the third book in the series and his third year in the school. This is when he and his friends have the job of trying to figure out the mystery of an escaped prisoner from the wizard prison.
What is the name of the village by Hogwarts?
There's a village near the school where the students get to go spend time. This is a huge and important privilege for students as they start growing up, and it's a really nice right of passage! What's the name of this little town? This is the closest wizarding town to the school, and it's an important landmark in the books! Do you know it's name? Can you remember? The Hogwarts Express, the train that takes students to the school, stops in this town, too!
What sport does Harry play?
Harry is the Seeker on the team for this important wizard sport! Can you remember the name of this? Since you need to be able to fly on a broomstick for this, no Muggles are allowed! This sport is dangerous, too, and Harry is the youngest Seeker ever on the team. What an honor! Harry is a talented player, which isn't really a surprise. This game features heavily in both the books and the movies, and all true fans will know its name!
What is the Dark Lord's name?
The wizards and witches in the books commonly call the dark lord by names like "he who must not be named" and "you know who" instead of his name, because they worry that even uttering his name will give him more power, and he will return. What's his name, the name that he chose for himself? This is the name that everyone fears, and the name he used while in power! What's the name of the evil Dark Lord in the Harry Potter universe?
What is an Auror?
An Auror is one of the more prestigious careers that magical folks in the Harry Potter universe can have as adults. It requires someone with magical skill, and steady nerves. They also need to be trustworthy! Harry Potter and Ron Weasley both grow up to be Aurors, so this is an important question! Aurors work for the Ministry of Magic, specifically for the Department of Magical Law Enforcement, but what do they do most specifically? Do you know what an Auror is?
Which of their teachers turns out to be a werewolf?
This teacher and close friend and mentor is secretly a werewolf in the series! It's actually Hermione who initially figures it out, with clues in one of their classes. This is an important character who is first introduced in the Prisoner of Azkaban, and his character continues to be really important until the final book. Which teacher turns out to be a werewolf, and a close friend to Harry, Ron, and Hermione? Who is this important adult character in the series?
Who is the headmaster at Hogwarts?
The headmaster is in charge at Hogwarts. In the case of Harry, he's also a mentor and friend, and ultimately helps guide him towards reaching his destiny. Who is the headmaster at Hogwarts? He's one of the most influential adults in the lives of all of the students at the school, and he's one of the most powerful wizards of all time. Who is this wizard? Hogwarts is shaped by his leadership, and he's a powerful example of good in the books and the movies!
What were the names of Harry's parents?
Harry's parents were tragically killed by the evil Lord Voldemort when he was killing good witches and wizards. It was Harry's mother's sacrifice that actually saved Harry's life! It also bonded Harry and Lord Voldemort together. Even though they died saving their son, they continued to be important characters in the story, and in Harry's life. What were the names of his mother and father? Every child who has lost their parents remembers their parents, and the same is true for Harry.
Who is the groundskeeper at Hogwarts?
Calling this man just the grounds keeper misses just how much more he is for Harry, and his friends. He might take care of the property around Hogwarts, but he also makes them tea, listens to their plans, and supports them. He's a friend, and an ally. He's a staunch supporter. He's family to them, sometimes more so than their blood families are. He's known for his collections of rare magical animals that he raises. Who is the grounds keep at Hogwarts?
Who is Hedwig?
There's so many characters in Harry Potter that only true non-Muggles can easily answer questions about them confidently. Some of the characters are in all of the books and movies. Who is Hedwig? This character might not have any lines but plays an important role that is constantly present throughout the story. Every situation in the books and movies somehow seems to involve this character in some way! Sometimes even the littlest of characters can make big differences, and that's true for Hedwig.
What platform does the train leave from?
Harry and Ron have to catch the Hogwarts Express on this train platform, and it has a very unique identifying number! You might not have ever heard of a train platform with this number before, so it will be stuck in your mind. Harry Potter fans will know this well because there's a lot of merchandise with this number on it! It's a famous number now, because it appears prominently in the series, both in the books and in the movies. What's the number?
What's the favorite drink in Harry Potter?
This drink is featured in the books, the movies, and now in the Harry Potter theme parks at Universal! There's also recipes you can find online, and fans make this for parties. It's a slightly uncommon drink for people who aren't fans of Harry Potter, so Muggles will definitely not know what this is! What's the drink that everyone orders at meals and get togethers in the Potterverse? This beverage is important to know, so think hard! What's the name of it?
What is Azkaban?
Azkaban is a word wholly unique to the Harry Potter magical universe! Muggles will have never ever heard of it, because it's something that doesn't exist at all in their world. What exactly is Azkaban, and why does it strike fear into the hearts of so many witches and wizards? Is Azkaban a person or a place, or is it a thing? Is it an object, or a magical curse? What exactly is Azkaban, and why is it so feared?
What's the name of the important exams at the end of 5th year?
In America we'd call these high school graduation exams. In Great Britain, these would be called the A-Levels. At Hogwarts and across the wizarding world, they're called something very, very different! 5th year students are the equivalents of high school graduates, so there's exit exams, going over all of the important things that they learned over the course of their educations at Hogwarts. Students are expected to study hard for these tests, because the outcome is important! What are these exams called?
Who is Poppy Pomfrey?
Poppy Pomfrey, or Madame Pomfrey, is wise, kind, and good at keeping secrets. She's also smart and knows a lot about magical curses. Harry, Hermione, Ron and their other friends find themselves needing her help quite a lot, but not for reasons Muggles might expect! She's talented at what she does, and she's the only one at Hogwarts who does it. What and who is Poppy Pomfrey, and why are Harry and all of his friends so well acquainted with her?
What family shows Harry a lot of kindness?
This family takes Harry in at times. His best friend is a member of this family. The mother of this family knits Harry a sweater. This family features heavily in every book and every movie, and Harry wouldn't be the person he is without them. They support him and help him so he is never alone, and make sure that he always has a place to go. Harry knows that he is well loved when his aunt and uncle and cousin are mean to him because of this family!
What's the name of the wizard shopping place?
This is a whole lane devoted to specialty wizard shops and stores, and even banks. Many of the places here and quite old, and Muggles aren't allowed! The stores here stock things like magical broomsticks and wands, owls and other exciting things. There's potion ingredients and spell books, and robes. Everything that wizards and witches of all ages could ever need can be found on this street, hidden in plain sight. What's the name of this special shopping area for wizards?
What's the punishment for using the unforgivable curses?
There are three curses that are so terrible they can only be used with the permission of the Ministry of Magic, and only in dire situations. These curses are: Avada Kedavra (The Killing Curse), Crucio (The Cruciatus Curse), and Imperio (The Imperius Curse). These curses are really bad to use against other people, and are most commonly used by servants of Lord Voldemort. Sometimes they are used by good wizards, though, when there is no other alternative. What is the punishment if you are caught using one of these curses?
What is Snape's Secret?
Professor Snape isn't a big fan of Harry Potter from the very moment that the two first meet. Harry is too reckless and disrespectful. He's a difficult teacher and many of the students don't like him, and the same goes for many of the students! Professor Snape isn't exactly what he seems, though, and his secret means that people often misjudge him. What is this secret, and why does it change everything? What big thing does Snape do at the very end?
What country is Hogwarts in?
Hogwarts might be a fictional place, but the country it is in is very real. What country is the school located it? Where does almost all of the action of the movies and the books take place? Where are almost all of the characters from? This is also the country that the author, J.K. Rowling, lives in, as well! Harry Potter fans will easily know the answer to this question, but Muggles will not! What country is home to Hogwarts?
What are dementors?
Dementors are introduced in the third book, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. They're important off and on throughout the rest of the series. What exactly are dementors, and what are they used for? There are so many words in the books and movies that it's quite clear that Muggles do not stand a chance at keeping all of them straight, or understanding why a Patronus or chocolate would be effective against a dementor. What exactly is a dementor?
Which House is Nearly Headless Nick with?
Nearly Headless Nick is one of the most famous and commonly seen ghosts in the Harry Potter universe. He's friendly, and he's sometimes helpful, and he likes the attention he gets from the students! Nearly Headless Nick very much wishes to join the Headless Hunt, but he can't because he is only NEARLY headless, and this makes him sad. When the basilisk is loose in Hogwarts in the Chamber of Secrets, he is its first victim! Which House does he belong to and represent?
Which student dies in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire?
This book makes a sharp turn in the tone of the series, with things getting more serious and dark. This change in tone can also be seen in the movies, as well. In Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire one of the students dies tragically, and this student is killed by Voldemort. This student was killed instead of Harry, and this death very much changes Harry. The other students are deeply changed, too. Who is killed in this book?
Who is the most famous house elf?
House elves are important in Harry Potter, because they do a lot of the upkeep around the wizard's and witch's homes. They also take care of tasks at Hogwarts! They cook and clean, and they take care of laundry. House elves are smart, and they have magic of their own. House elves are kept as slaves, and they live for generations in the homes of the families who own them. In order to be freed they need to be given an item of clothing by the person who owns them. Who is the most famous house elf?
Who does Harry marry?
Many, many fans expected Harry to fall in love with and get married to Hermione Granger, but it wasn't meant to be. Hermione and Ron Weasley fall in love and get married, and Harry falls in love with someone else! Who does Harry get married to? Fans of the books and movies saw this relationship slowly develop, and as their story grew it made much more sense. Who does Harry fall in love with, get married to, and have a family with?
Is Harry in the Triwizard Tournament?
The Triwizard Tournament is a confusing name, and it could be many things, all of them terribly unsafe for Muggles. What is this event? The Triwizard Tournament happens during the Goblet of Fire book and Movie, which happens during Harry's fourth year at Hogwarts. Wizards must be at least 17 to enter the tournament, and Harry isn't old enough to enter the Triwizard Tournament. The Tournament involves things like dragons and mermaids, and also riddles! Is Harry in the Tournament despite not being old enough?
What is the Daily Prophet?
Hands off, Muggles, this is firmly wizards and witches only territory! What is the Daily Prophet? Why would witches and wizards all know what this is, and Muggles not know? Who or what is the Daily Prophet, and what does it do? Do you know the answer to this tricky and difficult question, or does it leave you confused? What role does this play in the books and movies, and in the lives of the people who live in this world?
How many books are there in the main series?
The main series has all been written for a few years now by J. K. Rowling, the author. It all started with one book: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. How many books are there in the main series, not counting the spin offs and companion books, or the follow up materials? How many books make up the main parts of the stories about Harry Potter's life, and the fight between him, and Lord Voldemort about good vs. evil? How many books are there?